Afghan Fertilizer Ban Targets Ammonium Nitrate Used in Bombs
Afghanistan bans a fertilizer chemical linked to the Oklahoma City bombing and homemade explosives. NATO has seized ammonium nitrate and aims to hinder Taliban supply while Turkey conducts raids on al Qaida linked militants. In Pittsburgh, Jordan Miles sues after police brutality claims. Oracle co president Charles Phillips admits affair linked to billboard controversy and divorce.
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Obama vows to press ahead on health care amid opposition buzz
President Barack Obama rejected a small-bore approach and warned of a political buzz saw as Massachusetts results shake morale. Senator Chris Dodd urged patience, suggesting a breather to rebuild support while Obama defends the effort and seeks a path forward despite stalled momentum.
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Rescue frees 22 year old in Haiti quake ruins
Rescue workers freed a 22 year old man trapped for 10 days in Port au Prince after the January 12 7.0 magnitude earthquake that killed up to 200000 and left 1.5 million homeless. The UN says 500000 to 700000 survivors live in tent cities with scarce drinking water amid disease risk. International aid pours in as Cuba eases relief flights to Guantanamo Bay for onward delivery.
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Questions on U S military presence in Haiti
As U S troops and a floating armada near Haiti near 18 000, experts warn departure timing remains unresolved. Some fear an premature exit could trigger chaos while other nations worry about protracted peacekeeping, amid limits from Afghanistan and Iraq commitments.
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High school moves to teach personal finance amid recession
In Miami a 17 year old helps her family relocate after the recession strains their wholesale business. Experts note rising state mandates for finance courses as debt and misleading mortgage practices push schools to teach budgeting, credit and home buying skills.
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